Crank brothers multi tool highway Patch#
Crank brothers multi tool highway pro#

Crank brothers multi tool highway pro#

For me, I’m a big fan of my Dynaplug Pro for my tubeless repair needs, so I’m not feeling the need to upgrade.Īs you can tell from the photos, I haven’t done much in the way of maintenance and my M19 is covered with surface rust.

Crank brothers multi tool highway Patch#

Both include a tubeless tire plugger and a nifty little storage case to hold plugs or extra bits, such as a patch kit, and clips directly onto the multi-tool. For those looking for those additional tools mentioned above, Crankbrothers released the M13 and M20 multi-tools in September 2020 as more complete options. I also appreciate that it requires no setup, and it’s threaded directly onto a dedicated pin so there’s no fussing about required or need to search for another tool to operate it.Īlthough it’s missing a tubeless tire plugger, brake rotor straightener, and dedicated valve core removal tool, it makes up for those shortcomings by being designed to last a lifetime, and it’s been a great addition to my ever-changing tool kit. The chain breaker is compact but easy to use, and the lower portion is large enough to grab onto securely. In my opinion, its biggest strength is that it’s just so durable, making it a great option for anyone who is hard on gear or wants a fairly well-rounded multi-tool to bring on any ride.

The slim shape of the M19 is easy to get a hold on for loosening big, tight bolts, and although the 8mm hex key is a little stubbier than the rest, I’ve successfully removed pedals using the tool. I prefer multi-tools with soft, neoprene cases that make packing easier, but it’s also quite easy to work around that. Due to its weight, and since I misplaced the included case a while ago, it isn’t the best tool to toss into a frame bag where it has the chance of rattling against the downtube or other gear. My M19 weighs in at 173 grams, which means it isn’t the lightest multi-tool I’ve owned, but it’s easily one of the sturdiest and best built, so I think the extra weight is justified. Its slim profile makes it easy to stow in my hip pack or feedbag pocket for quick access. The tool is 89mm long by 45mm wide and folds away to about 20mm thick. Although my model is a little older, the latest M19 chain tool is compatible with 8-12 speed chains. It has a great selection of standard tools, including 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8mm hex keys, 8 and 10mm wrenches, a #1 and #2 Phillips driver, #2 flat head, three different spoke wrenches, and T10 and T25 Torx. It is made from high-tensile steel, with two burly knurled ‘side beams’ that hold everything together. A few smaller details have changed over the years, but the overall design remains the same. The Crankbrothers M19 has been around since 2010.

With spring temperatures on the way, I figured it was about time I share some thoughts and glamour shots of my trusty M19. It has proven to be an incredibly reliable tool and I’ve gotten an exorbitant amount of use out of it over the years. Paired with my regular repair kit, it’s the cherry (albeit a rusty one) on top of what I consider to be a pretty well-rounded setup for daily rides and bikepacking. When heading out the door, I feel most confident grabbing the Crankbrothers M19 tool I purchased more than five years ago. But on the other hand, I’m good at finding ways to spread my belongings around, and our house is approximately 45 times the size of the van. With van life on hold, I’ve been fortunate to have an entire rental house here in Powell River. This often means pre-ride preparations are jerky and sporadic, running into the basement, to the backdoor, and to the front of the house looking for water bottles, a multi-tool, or a pair of gloves before I get rolling. You might think I have a neatly organized area for everything bike-related in my life, but every aspect of that (including bikes, bags, and other bits) looks more like an estate sale than a gear room. I’m one of the most disorganized people I know, and my seemingly selective memory doesn’t work in my favour.